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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters XI and XII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who coordinates delivery of Noemie's first painting to Newman?
(a) A museum curator.
(b) Her publicity person.
(c) Her father.
(d) The museum librarian.

2. What makes Newman uncomfortable during a dinner in Chapter XII with the Bellegardes?
(a) The fact that he is the only guest.
(b) He isn't sure how to eat what is being served.
(c) No one seems to be talking at all.
(d) The food is not very good.

3. What does everyone drink during Newman's first visit to see Claire?
(a) Brandy.
(b) Wine.
(c) Water.
(d) Tea.

4. How does Mrs. Tristam think Claire's response to his marriage proposal should be interpreted?
(a) As a humiliating defeat.
(b) As a victory.
(c) As a sign that he needs to make more money before trying again.
(d) As a sign that he should stop talking to her.

5. Why does Nioche seek out Newman when he returns to Paris?
(a) He wants to keep giving him French lessons.
(b) He wants to sell more of Noemie's paintings.
(c) He is afraid someone is trying to kill him.
(d) He believes he found the perfect husband for Noemie.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what magazine was "The American" originally published as a series?

2. What is Babcock's first name?

3. When Newman and Claire's mother are left alone for the first time, what does Newman tell her?

4. Whom does Newman allow to choose a new apartment for him?

5. What is Newman on the verge of doing when he spots Tom Tristam?

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